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Review courtesy of Dark Faerie Tales.

Quick & Dirty: The sequel wraps up loose ends from Immortal Beloved with humor, action, and more swoony romance with our favorite Viking God.

Opening Sentence: "I want you."

The Review:

The novel's first line, "I want you." comes from Reyn, so believe me when I say he has you swooning from page one. Nastasya is still at River's Edge, learning Tähti magic and clean living and hiding from her not-so-BFF Innocencio. She's still a smart-a$$ immortal with huge insecurities, but we see even more growth in Darkness Falls than we did in Immortal Beloved. Tiernan thrives on character-driven novels, which means as the reader you form a close relationship with the narrator, faster than you expect to.

In this novel there are a lot more flashbacks to Nasty's past lives in Iceland and Norway and Tahiti and a million other places. They show a lot of horrible things, tell us a lot about Nas's character and how she survived on her own, but every time we get to one the present-day the plotline stops cold. It makes for a slow read, but our sarcastic and hilarious heroine carries the story along with self-deprecating aplomb. Of course, she also has her share of embarrassing moments and unfortunately, because it's written in first-person and you love Nasty, you get to feel her mortification close and personal.

Nastasya begins to suspect Incy knows where she is. Either that, or someone at River's Edge has it out for her. With danger coming in unexpected turns, Nas tries hard to keep the others out of it. Of course, Reyn doesn't like being pushed to the sidelines and their relationship suffers for it. Oh beautiful angst! As per Immortal Beloved, the romance subplot is a SUBplot, with Incy's evil machinations taking the leading role. This is both nice, because it's good to see girls with their priorities in order, and also so so disappointing. Reyn, in all his Butcher of Winter-Viking God glory, is sweet and strong and swoon-worthy. He doesn't coddle Nas like some of the others, and he cuts through her self-centered recriminations when she needs it.

Incy has a much stronger role in Darkness Falls as more and more sinister things begin to creep into West Lowing. Finally, we get to see just how unstable Innocencio is without his BFF through Nas's flashbacks and visions. The truth scares her and makes her feel stupid. How could she not notice what a monster her best friend was?

With Immortal Beloved we saw Nas's introduction to River's Edge and their lifestyle, but with Darkness Falls we see her really begin to accept her place there. This installment proves that Middle Bridge Book Syndrome can be avoided, and the story takes an interesting turn in Eternally Yours. We learn more about her power, her life, and get to see her make different--better--choices. Mostly.

Still, like with the first book, this sequel was a bit slow. It's Tiernan's writing and snarky narrator that carry the novel through the slow-bits. Nas's story is heart-breaking and hilarious in turns (and at the same time). We wrap up most, if not all, of the loose ends from Immortal Beloved and Nas's past opens up new questions about who and what she is. At the end of Darkness Falls, you're left with the impression that things are only about to get more complicated for the immortals at River's Edge.

FTC Advisory: Little, Brown/Hachette Book Group provided me with a copy of Darkness Falls. No goody bags, sponsorships, "material connections," or bribes were exchanged for my review.


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Darkness Falls Immortal Beloved Cate Tiernan Books Reviews

I was extremely excited to be able to read an Immortal Beloved novel, having been so lucky as to win it from a book blog giveaway; hence once I began reading Darkness Falls I was unable to put it down. Captivating and spellbinding this is a story that I lost myself within, following the immortal Nastasya as her past catches up with her. After living for more than four-hundred years she still faces desire, death and heartache, as more truths that were concealed are now revealed and brought into the light. Following on from book one Immortal Beloved Cate Tiernan begins to expand on the storyline, enlightening the reader on the characters and the main character who is shrouded in mystery and hidden secrets. Intense, intriguing and full of twists and turns, this book is full of suspense that makes you sit on the edge of your seat gripping the pages. Both the joys and the truthful horrors of history are shown to you, through the eyes of such endearing and fascinating characters that bring the tale to life making it so realistic. Wanting to find out more I was completely engrossed, mesmerized by such electric tension and words that sent chills down my spine. I was truly blown away by this outstanding novel that did quite literally take my breathe away, as it was something original, unique and something quite special. Darkness falls is most distinctive within its genre, being nothing like anything else I have ever read thus I cannot praise the author enough as her work has exceeded all my expectations.
I am extremely excited by this novel and cannot wait to read book three in this incredible trilogy, which is readable and thoroughly enjoyable; being a page-turner. Fans of fantasy fiction and the supernatural, young adult fiction or fictional works with an immortal theme will without a doubt absolutely love `the immortal beloved' novels. I found it so interesting to observe a character's life that was extended and how different it was to a mortal being's, where they must endure the passing of time and many ages. This unusual, remarkable narrative will capture your soul as it did my eyes with its striking and beautiful cover, standing out with a most absorbing storyline that draws you in as the darkness engulfs you, clouding your vision as daily life is blocked out whilst pulling you into Nastasya's story.

This is a book to loose yourself in, that is soul searching as thoughts on the meaning of life spring into ones mind. It is a spectacular trilogy that many readers will love from the adult readers to teenagers and those with curios minds, seeking out questions whilst wanting to loose themselves in a good book. It is a novel that you can read anywhere and that never looses its momentum or drive, as you race through its pages wanting to find out the answers to the characters questions. I feel so privileged to have been able to read this wonderful book that I enjoyed so much, where I was able to connect with the characters immersing myself within their story. The style of writing is fluid and easy to read with the balance of action, romance and detailed description just perfect so as to make it authentic and real as you envisage the world around you. I cannot enthuse enough about this amazing book. It is full of love, heartache and sorrow and yet is powerful in the fight over evil.
Review courtesy of Dark Faerie Tales.

Quick & Dirty The sequel wraps up loose ends from Immortal Beloved with humor, action, and more swoony romance with our favorite Viking God.

Opening Sentence "I want you."

The Review

The novel's first line, "I want you." comes from Reyn, so believe me when I say he has you swooning from page one. Nastasya is still at River's Edge, learning Tähti magic and clean living and hiding from her not-so-BFF Innocencio. She's still a smart-a$$ immortal with huge insecurities, but we see even more growth in Darkness Falls than we did in Immortal Beloved. Tiernan thrives on character-driven novels, which means as the reader you form a close relationship with the narrator, faster than you expect to.

In this novel there are a lot more flashbacks to Nasty's past lives in Iceland and Norway and Tahiti and a million other places. They show a lot of horrible things, tell us a lot about Nas's character and how she survived on her own, but every time we get to one the present-day the plotline stops cold. It makes for a slow read, but our sarcastic and hilarious heroine carries the story along with self-deprecating aplomb. Of course, she also has her share of embarrassing moments and unfortunately, because it's written in first-person and you love Nasty, you get to feel her mortification close and personal.

Nastasya begins to suspect Incy knows where she is. Either that, or someone at River's Edge has it out for her. With danger coming in unexpected turns, Nas tries hard to keep the others out of it. Of course, Reyn doesn't like being pushed to the sidelines and their relationship suffers for it. Oh beautiful angst! As per Immortal Beloved, the romance subplot is a SUBplot, with Incy's evil machinations taking the leading role. This is both nice, because it's good to see girls with their priorities in order, and also so so disappointing. Reyn, in all his Butcher of Winter-Viking God glory, is sweet and strong and swoon-worthy. He doesn't coddle Nas like some of the others, and he cuts through her self-centered recriminations when she needs it.

Incy has a much stronger role in Darkness Falls as more and more sinister things begin to creep into West Lowing. Finally, we get to see just how unstable Innocencio is without his BFF through Nas's flashbacks and visions. The truth scares her and makes her feel stupid. How could she not notice what a monster her best friend was?

With Immortal Beloved we saw Nas's introduction to River's Edge and their lifestyle, but with Darkness Falls we see her really begin to accept her place there. This installment proves that Middle Bridge Book Syndrome can be avoided, and the story takes an interesting turn in Eternally Yours. We learn more about her power, her life, and get to see her make different--better--choices. Mostly.

Still, like with the first book, this sequel was a bit slow. It's Tiernan's writing and snarky narrator that carry the novel through the slow-bits. Nas's story is heart-breaking and hilarious in turns (and at the same time). We wrap up most, if not all, of the loose ends from Immortal Beloved and Nas's past opens up new questions about who and what she is. At the end of Darkness Falls, you're left with the impression that things are only about to get more complicated for the immortals at River's Edge.

FTC Advisory Little, Brown/Hachette Book Group provided me with a copy of Darkness Falls. No goody bags, sponsorships, "material connections," or bribes were exchanged for my review.